(07-27-2017, 09:20 AM)SeldomRite Wrote:

(07-27-2017, 07:52 AM)Bullseye Wrote: That thought crossed my mind as well, though I cringe at the idea of letting a good vet like Albert go, especially if he can still play at a high level.

It seems pretty much a foregone conclusion that Lee will walk via free agency.

Should it be?

The consensus was that Westbrook, from a purely talent standpoint, carried a second round grade, but he dropped due to character concerns.

The Jaguars thought enough about his talent to risk drafting him in the 4th, but came out more strongly that he was on a very short leash than I've ever seen a team take on a player they just drafted.

If you let Lee walk with the idea that Westbrook will step in for him, what happens if Westbrook falters either on or off field?

Does a position of strength suddenly become one of perilously thin depth overnight?

I'm just not sure I let Lee walk, either.

What would Westbrook have to show you this camp to give you the confidence to let Lee walk?

At this point I'm not concerned with Lee, he just hasn't done enough for me to think he's a priority. In fact as of right now I consider him a bad draft selection, not enough production for his draft position.

If he has a great year and signs for big bucks somewhere else that's good for him, but I'm not confident it will happen. If he has another year like last I'd offer him a new contact, but it wouldn't be close to #1 wr money. Thinking an incentive laden deal that bottoms it in the 15 million range over four seasons and could be worth a lot more if he suddenly starts going to pro bowls.

Really, though, Marquise being to good to sign again just isn't something I'd be worried about.